[wellylug] second computer

[Rosemary McGillicuddy]

> My 02c...
> 
> As long as you have 256Mb memory you should be OK. If you want to try other
> than minimalist distros, don't skimp here. Basic LAN support should be fine, or
> about $5 to $10 for a 10/100 PCI LAN card which makes it simple. A 10Gb HDD is
> enough. 
> 
> With a 6 month local warranty that price seems pretty reasonable. You probably
> wouldn't get that warranty with much cheaper hardware. It does depend on what
> "around" really means. $350 is reasonable, $400 is getting a bit much... 
> You could probably get a basic system for playing with Linux for around $200,
> shopping around, but likely to be lower spec & no warranty.
> 
> You might be surprised at how little difference there can be between a 600 &
> 2000Mhz system. Home computers are not that often cpu bound (gaming excepted).
> 
> An internal modem is likely to be the biggest problem compatability wise,
> unless you have some obscure USB devices....
> 
> 
> Cheers,
> 
>   Brent Wood
> 
> 
Thanks.  Good to know that about the memory.  Don't suppose it will 
matter about the modem as can always use the first computer for internet 
access.  Of course it's good to be able to set things up for practice. 
I do have some USB devices but the're straight forward and work on my 
system currently.

-- 
Rosemary

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